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STT → ATL
Which side of the plane to sit from Cyril E. King Airport (St. Thomas) to Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta International Airport (Atlanta)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side is the clear winner for this route, offering a stunning panoramic exit from the Virgin Islands including St. John and the BVIs, followed by potential views of the northern Bahamas and a better angle for the Atlanta skyline on approach.
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St. John & Tortola
Incredible views of the US and British Virgin Islands, including Trunk Bay and the Sir Francis Drake Channel.
The Bahamas
The flight path often passes near the Abaco Islands, showcasing vibrant turquoise shallow waters and coral reefs.
The Golden Isles
Clear views of Cumberland Island and Jekyll Island as you cross the Georgia coastline from the Atlantic.
Atlanta Skyline
On standard northern arrivals, this side typically offers the best view of the Buckhead, Midtown, and Downtown skyscrapers.
Sit on the right for the best tropical scenery. For morning flights, the sun will be behind you, making for perfect photography of the Caribbean islands. During the descent into Atlanta, watch for Lake Lanier to the north before the plane banks south for its final approach into Hartsfield-Jackson.
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Western St. Thomas
Bird's-eye view of Botany Bay and the rugged, less-developed western tip of the island immediately after takeoff.
Puerto Rico Trench
The deep navy hues of the Atlantic Ocean as you cross over one of the deepest points in the world's oceans.
Savannah River
The winding river border between South Carolina and Georgia, often featuring large cargo ships heading to port.
Stone Mountain
On specific eastern approach patterns into ATL, this massive granite monadnock is visible protruding from the Georgia forest.
The left side is susceptible to intense direct sunlight during afternoon flights as the plane heads northwest. Choose this side for views of the departure airport's runway and the Georgia-South Carolina coastline, but keep the window shade partially down during the mid-flight cruise to avoid glare.
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Get eSIMs for United StatesDistance: 2,575 km (1,600 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 3 hrs 26 min
Departure: STT (18.337299346923828, -64.97339630126953)
Arrival: ATL (33.6367, -84.428101)
Route Type: International
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